Patent Prosecution Associate Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Baker Hostetler is looking for a Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering Patent Agent to join our firm.  This is a unique opportunity to work in our AmLaw 100 firm and support the Intellectual Property Team in one of our office locations.     

This position is ideal for those individuals who have attained a high level of academic and professional achievement and wish to further their careers with a collaborative team in a forward-thinking law firm.

Qualifications include: 

3+ years of experience, and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering and be registered to practice before the USPTO.

Responsibilities include:
•            Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence;

• Responses to office actions;
• Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity;
• Client counseling and portfolio management;
• Licensing;
• Proven IP law firm experience;
• Superb writing and research skills; and
• A strong academic record.

Additional Experience Desired:

• Experience working with software development preferred.
  

About Us:

BakerHostetler is recognized as one of the leading law firms in the country. With over 1,000 attorneys in 18 offices from coast to coast, BakerHostetler is a great place to work for those seeking professional and personal growth in a collaborative environment. We deliver the highest quality counsel to our clients, who include many of the nation’s largest and most well-known companies. BakerHostetler’s values have remained unchanged since our founding more than 100 years ago: dedication to the law, commitment to the highest standard of client service, continuous development of our people, and active participation in the communities in which we work and live.

BakerHostetler offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program. Specific information is provided during the interview process.  

• Competitive Salaries
• Performance Bonus Program
• Generous Time Off
• Generous Retirement Program including 401(k) Plan
• Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• BHealthy Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance – Self and Family
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Benefit Programs

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please visit www.bakerlaw.com for more information about our firm.

Location:
Atlanta, GA; Austin, Dallas or Houston, TX; Chicago, Il; Cincinnati, Cleveland or Columbus, OH; Denver, CO; Lost Angeles, Orange County or San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; Orlando, FL; Philadelphia, PA; Seattle, WA; Washington D.C.; Wilmington, DE

Patent Agent Salary Range:

The salary offered in any location will be determined by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills.  Associates also participate in a performance- and hours-based bonus program.

Ohio, Georgia, Florida applicants - The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $130,000-180,000

All other office locations - The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $130,000-180,000.

Application Submission Information:

Interested individuals should apply directly to the posting via our website. Please include your resume.